The Ukrainian Defence Ministry faced online backlash after posting an offensive tweet depicting the Hindu Goddess Kali in a distorted manner. The tweet was later deleted and Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova issued an apology.
The Offensive Tweet: On April 30, Ukraine’s Defence Ministry tweeted a picture of a blast with an improvised picture by Ukrainian artist Maksym Palenko. The picture depicted the blast in a unique yet offensive blend of famous American actress Marilyn Monroe in her ‘flying skirt’ pose with the face and detailing resembling Hindu Goddess ‘Maa Kali’.
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The tweet triggered massive online outrage, with users calling for an apology and the tweet to be taken down. Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova issued an apology, stating that Ukraine “regrets” the defence ministry’s depiction of goddess Kali in a “distorted manner” and that the country “respects unique Indian culture and highly appreciates support from India”.
Ms Dzhaparova had recently visited India, the first visit by a Ukrainian minister to India since the start of the Ukraine war in February last year. During the visit, the Ukrainian minister held talks with Minister of State for External Affairs Meenakashi Lekhi.
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